How to Take Collagen Powder Effectively!

Collagen is a structural protein found in cells and tissues such as skin, tendons, bones, and cartilage. We can make it and consume it, but as we get older, we make less of it. This begins at the age of 25, and by 45, we have many fewer. Contrast the flawlessly bouncy and smooth skin of a young child with that of an older person. Can you tell the difference? This is collagen. There are various forms of collagen, with type I being the most common in humans (approximately 90%). Because its molecular structure is similar to that of our skin, this type of collagen is thought to be especially effective when it comes to your appearance. Furthermore, its peptide molecules are smaller in size and thus more bioavailable.

How should collagen powder be consumed?

Collagen is best taken by mixing it into water or coffee. Putting collagen in your coffee, such as our Collagen+ Powder (Cranberry Flavoured or Unflavored), is a terrific approach to building a habit that you won’t forget. It also helps to reduce the caffeine punch by including protein, and if combined with some fat (such as milk), it works even better.

A great coffee for this process can be our very own Slender Coffee!

There are additional ways to obtain collagen through your diet:

Blend it into a smoothie.

Combine it with yoghurt for a delicious protein boost.

Make bone broth and consume one cup every day, or use it in soups or risottos.

Combine it with your meal replacement smoothie. (Such as our Slender Snack MRP).

Combine it with hot chocolate or a chai latte.

When should you use collagen powder?

There are numerous discussions about collagen timing circulating on the internet. One school of thinking holds that you should take your collagen powder first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Another idea holds that the optimal time to consume collagen powder is at night when the skin is mended and revitalised. However, all experts in the field agree that there is no optimal time to take your supplement as long as you take a high enough dose of collagen to see a difference, with most agreeing that the minimum amount is 5g. Collagen supplements are broken down the same way whether taken with or without food.

However, collagen contains a significant amount of glycine, an amino acid that scientists believe may promote a restful night’s sleep. While other natural sleep aids have more evidence of efficacy, if you’re already taking collagen and have trouble sleeping, there’s nothing stopping you from taking it before bed to see what happens.

What amount of collagen should you take each day?

We advise you to take 5g to 10g per day, and we recommended 10g for the first month.

Can I combine collagen with hot beverages?

Add Collagen+ to hot liquids. A mid-morning collagen coffee can also help keep hunger at bay.

Is heat harmful to collagen powder?

Heat destroys the nutritious content of many foods, but collagen powder is not one of them. This is due to the high amount of amino acids per peptide. The more amino acids there are in a peptide, the more stable it is at higher temperatures. Because it contains the most amino acids (along with type III), marine type I collagen is the most heat-tolerant of all. Collagen peptides are heat stable up to 300°C, which is much greater than regular cooking and baking temperatures. Collagen can be put into hot liquids, soups, and stews without losing its benefits because water boils at 100°C.

If you enjoy taking collagen, you will get the most out of it.

The idea is to consume collagen in the manner that you prefer. Some customers use it in coffee, some in smoothies, and many simply add Collagen+ to a glass of water because it tastes so nice. If you find a way to like it, you will do it consistently and create a habit that does not feel forced. Making it a part of something you already do, such as your morning coffee, makes it much easier to remember, and consistency is crucial.